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Should the monarchy be abolished and replaced with a republic?

While most modern monarchs hold largely ceremonial roles, the institution remains a point of contention. Proponents argue the monarchy provides a stable, non-partisan foundation for the state and acts as a unifying cultural symbol. Opponents view it as an expensive, undemocratic relic of the past that clashes with modern values of equality.

Answer Overview

Response rates from 254 Canada voters.

44%
Yes
56%
No
33%
Yes
48%
No
6%
Yes, hereditary power is a medieval relic incompatible with modern meritocracy
4%
No, the monarchy is the cultural glue that preserves our national history and identity
5%
Yes, it is an expensive waste of taxpayer money better spent on social welfare
3%
No, the monarch is a neutral guardian ensuring stability above party politics
1%
No, the Royal Family is a global brand granting us outsized diplomatic influence

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Other Popular Answers

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 @BDX46KQfrom Alberta  answered…2wks2W

No, it’s a complex process for Canada to become a republic.

 @BCN3J65from Nova Scotia  answered…2mos2MO

Yes its a expensive waste of tax-payer money

 @BBHYQY8from Alberta  answered…4mos4MO

Yes, but only if we preserve our current system of government rather than reopening the entire constitution. i.e. keep the dual executive with the Governor General and the Prime Minister.

 @BBHNJPL from Ontario  answered…4mos4MO

No, the monarchy doesn't do much for Canada but it is not bad. I wouldn't appose change but the monarchy is written into the Constitution of Canada if we were to replace monarchy we would have to dismantal it and edit which can cause a crazy amount of risks for then the mornchy has done in Canada. It is not a big issue people just don't like it symbolism and if it not a big issue why risk the all stability for one small issue.

 @BBH7PBTfrom Nova Scotia  answered…4mos4MO

No the Royal family is a figure head of the Canadian state

 @BBFPNGMfrom Ontario  answered…4mos4MO

No, it is little more than ceremonial and has no impact on Canada

 @BBFDSL8from Yukon Territory  answered…4mos4MO

Most civilized countries are constitutional monarchies: Canada, OZ, NZ, Netherlands, Spain Norway, Sweden, Denmark, etc,

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